FA Cup Manchester City Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Fifth Round Maiden Win

Manchester City secured a dramatic 1-0 win against Tottenham in the FA Cup, with Nathan Ake's late controversial goal.

Manchester City secured a dramatic victory over Tottenham in the FA Cup fifth round, with Dutch defender Nathan Ake's controversial late goal clinching a 1-0 win for the holders. Despite having previously lost all five of their previous visits to Tottenham's stadium without scoring a goal, City left north London on a high with Ake's goal just two minutes before the end of the fourth round clash. City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance and highlighted their impressive form, having won their last seven games in all competitions. Guardiola also acknowledged the impact of Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp's announcement of his departure at the end of the season, expressing a hint of relief at not having to face Klopp as a rival. With City's strong position in the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup, the team's renaissance continues, despite the absence of star striker Erling Haaland due to injury. The game saw various opportunities for City, with late substitutions of Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku adding pressure on the Tottenham defense. Ultimately, Ake's close-range goal secured the victory for City, despite a prolonged VAR check. Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou accepted the decision, acknowledging that the referee and VAR did not find any issues with the goal. Overall, the game was a significant win for City, marking a turnaround in their previous struggles at Tottenham's stadium.